York City Breaks

Who are we?

“York City Breaks” is the brainchild of Jacky Hilary and Richard Light. We bought a flat in York some years ago, as a holiday home/alternative work base for ourselves and our family. Richard hails from Yorkshire, and we both love York, so this seemed like the right place to have a base in the north.

Mallard Flat: living room

In 2011, we decided to make the flat more widely available, and advertised it through Holiday Lettings as “Mallard Flat“. Our goal was to make the flat as much as possible like a “home from home”.

Foss Flat: kitchen/diner

Encouraged by the warm reception from guests to Mallard, in late 2013, we decided to look for a second, smaller flat in York. We acquired “Foss Flat” in 2014. We equipped it and spent a few happy, exhausting days living there ourselves, to make sure that it had everything that would be needed for a relaxing break in York.

We have a wonderful, local support team. Simon – who lives near Foss – cleans and maintains both flats and welcomes guests. Peter – who lives near Mallard – looks after bigger maintenance work and acts as a back-up to Simon.

If you’re interested in staying in Mallard or Foss Flat, please complete the enquiry form, or give us a ring on 01444 232067.